Koepka's LIV Golf Contract Sparks Speculation

Speculation is swirling in the golf world over whether five-time major champion Brooks Koepka will fulfill his contract with LIV Golf for the 2026 season or seek a return to the PGA Tour, as the Saudi-backed league pushes forward with structural changes aimed at greater legitimacy.

Koepka, 35, joined LIV in 2022 as one of its highest-profile signings, reportedly for around $100 million. Since then, he has secured five victories on the circuit while adding to his earlier resume of nine PGA Tour wins and five major titles, including three PGA Championships and two U.S. Opens. His contract with LIV extends through 2026, but reports citing multiple golf sources indicate he may opt out, potentially forfeiting nearly $20 million in guaranteed money. LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil addressed the rumors during an interview with Sports Business Journal, confirming Koepka's status without elaborating. "We haven't made any announcements on players, but he is signed for 2026," O'Neil said, adhering to the league's policy on individual contracts.

The uncertainty highlights LIV's reliance on a handful of star players to maintain its appeal amid ongoing tensions with the PGA Tour. Koepka's presence...